Carrot Purée with Kalamata Olives

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
9%
Carrot Purée with Kalamata Olives
45 min.
4
171kcal

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Embark on a delightful culinary journey with this exquisite Carrot Purée with Kalamata Olives recipe, a scrumptious vegetarian and gluten-free side dish that promises to tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for those seeking a low-calorie option, this dish contains only 171 calories per serving, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious foodies. In just 45 minutes, you can create a sumptuous meal that serves four, ensuring that everyone at the table can indulge in its delectable flavors.

The star of this dish is the 2-pound carrots, sliced into 1/4-inch-thick slices, which are cooked to tender perfection and then blended with garlic and unsalted butter, creating a velvety purée that's nothing short of divine. The brine-cured Kalamata olives add a delightful salty and tangy contrast to the dish, while the low-sodium chicken broth ensures that every bite is infused with a rich depth of flavor.

Prepare this dish using a food processor, saucepan, blender, and colander, and follow the simple steps to achieve a stunning side that's sure to impress your family and friends. With a caloric breakdown that leans heavily towards carbohydrates, this dish offers a satisfying and well-rounded meal option that won't weigh you down.

Whether you're a devoted vegetarian or simply looking to add more plant-based dishes to your menu, this Carrot Purée with Kalamata Olives is a must-try. So go ahead, whip up a batch, and elevate your dining experience to new heights of culinary delight.

Ingredients

  • pound carrots cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
  •  garlic clove 
  • ounces olives black pitted sliced
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth low-sodium
  • tablespoons butter unsalted

Equipment

  • food processor
  • sauce pan
  • blender
  • colander

Directions

  1. Cover carrots and garlic with salted water by 1 inch in a 2- to 3-quart saucepan and boil, partially covered, until tender, about 15 minutes.
  2. Drain well in a colander, then purée carrots and garlic in a blender or food processor with butter and broth until very smooth.
  3. Transfer purée to saucepan and add olives, then cook over low heat, stirring frequently, just until hot.

Nutrition Facts

Calories171kcal
Protein6.61%
Fat42.48%
Carbs50.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.21
Glycemic Load
7.34
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
14.671739052171%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
0.55mg
Myricetin
0.11mg
Quercetin
0.5mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:170.68kcal
8.53%
Fat:8.58g
13.19%
Saturated Fat:4.01g
25.06%
Carbohydrates:23.13g
7.71%
Net Carbohydrates:16.28g
5.92%
Sugar:10.88g
12.09%
Cholesterol:15.05mg
5.02%
Sodium:387.49mg
16.85%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3g
6%
Vitamin A:38119.34IU
762.39%
Vitamin K:30.65µg
29.19%
Fiber:6.85g
27.4%
Potassium:764.77mg
21.85%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.48%
Vitamin B6:0.34mg
16.96%
Vitamin C:13.85mg
16.79%
Vitamin E:2.2mg
14.67%
Vitamin B3:2.68mg
13.4%
Folate:43.77µg
10.94%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.4%
Phosphorus:92.77mg
9.28%
Calcium:87.79mg
8.78%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.55%
Magnesium:29.58mg
7.4%
Copper:0.14mg
6.99%
Vitamin B5:0.64mg
6.39%
Iron:0.84mg
4.66%
Zinc:0.6mg
4.02%
Source:Epicurious